1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
